Important Information & F.A.Q.
for ordering Diamond Back Classic Radials
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At Canada Whitewall & Vintage, we want to make it easy for you to get the whitewall and vintage tires you need. When you place your order, we'll work with suppliers to build your tires to your exact needs. This allows us to offer a wide range of custom options and ensures that we only use the newest DOT coded tires available on the market today.
Once your tires are ready, you can pick them up or we'll ship them directly to your doorstep or to your preferred tire installer. Our standard lead time is approximately 4-6 weeks from the day you place your order to the day you receive your tires.
Dress up your muscle car!
Classic tires aren't only meant for vintage automobiles, as they can also enhance the appearance of modern or muscle cars and bring out their best features.
The Tire Making Process - Diamond Back Classic Radials
The tire making process employed by Diamond Back Classic Radials begins with the mounting of the tire on a specialized machine that rotates it at high speed. The sidewall surface is then roughened using proprietary attachments to eliminate its smoothness. This preparatory process allows for the immediate identification of any tire abnormalities due to the accuracy of the machine and its high rotational speed. Additionally, since Diamond Back Classic Radials uses major manufacturers, the rejection rate is negligible.
Vulcanization is a critical aspect of the process as it creates a permanent bond between the white wall and the tire. The vulcanization equipment occupies an entire section of the facility. This ensures that the white wall is a permanent feature of the tire, and separating the two would result in damage to the tire itself. The material is then trimmed to the desired width using laser-guided finishers, which maintains close tolerances.
The versatility of Diamond Back Classic Radials' process is due to the fact that they can add white walls or color stripes to any tire, including those of varying sizes, with meticulous quality control. The trimming of each white wall or redline is customized to the desired width, ensuring that the whitewalls are proportionately correct for the front and rear tires, even if they are of different sizes.
High-speed finishing enables prompt identification of any tire trueness issues (runout). The operator can spot it right away and reject the tire. With this process, the final product is aesthetically pleasing and smooth, delivering a high-quality product to the customer.
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Canada Whitewall & Vintage is proud to partner with Diamond Back Classic Radials to offer top-quality tires for classic car enthusiasts. Our tires are built to last and designed to provide a perfect blend of style and durability. With up to a 60,000 mile/96,5000 km tread wear rating, our modern radial tires are the ideal choice for anyone looking to upgrade their classic ride. Come see us and experience the difference for yourself!
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Canada Whitewall & Vintage believes that beauty and function are equally important when it comes to tires, which is why we proudly offer Diamond Back Classic Radials. With their variety of options including bright white wide whitewalls and gleaming redlines, these tires are the best-looking on the market. Additionally, their revolutionary process ensures that the whitewalls stay white, something no other company offers. The end result is a tire that not only enhances the appearance of your vehicle but also provides long-lasting performance.
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Canadian Whitewall & Vintage Rubber provides an extensive range of options for Diamond Back Classic Radials, including correct styles for 60s and 70s cars and custom white walls. With 24 product lines from 13” to 22”, they offer more choices than their competitors. They have also launched two new product lines, the Diamond Back Auburn Deluxe and the Diamond Back Auburn Premium, which combine period-correct design with modern radial performance. For those willing to invest in premium tires, these top-of-the-line options are the way to go.
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Diamond Back Classics produces custom wide white wall, redline, blueline and goldline tires for classic cars. These tires offer the modern-day safety, handling and ride quality of a radial tire while maintaining the vintage look of yesteryear. Diamond Back vulcanizes custom sidewall treatments to any modern-day radial tire at their South Carolina plant. They use only tires made by major manufacturers, ensuring that their customers get the best quality products. Diamond Back Classics' quality control department ensures that only the highest quality products leave their facility. They offer more choices, better quality, and lower prices compared to their competitors. Choose Diamond Back Classics for the perfect combination of style and performance for your classic car.
Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)
The Best Custom Tires for Classic Cars
Diamond Back Classics has been a leading manufacturer of custom wide white wall, redline, blueline and goldline tires for several years. The company employs state-of-the-art and high-quality manufacturing processes, which offer customers the advantages of contemporary safety, handling and ride quality of a radial tire while maintaining the classic look of yesteryear. Diamond Back Classics vulcanizes custom sidewall treatments to any modern-day radial tire at their facility situated in South Carolina, irrespective of whether it is Michelin, Federal or Cooper tire.
The team at Diamond Back Classics recognizes that an incorrect tire choice can be catastrophic for the right car. They understand the frustration that customers experience when their car is behind schedule, over budget, and they cannot find the required parts. The company emphasizes that all the time and money spent would be futile if the tires are not appropriate. Their tires not only look great but also perform, ride, and handle well.
Diamond Back Classics uses tires made by major manufacturers instead of outdated moulds and no-name manufacturers. The company emphasizes the need to check the original manufacturer when shopping for tires. They offer customers modern technology with the nostalgic look they desire.
The company's quality control department ensures that only high-quality products leave their facility. Problems with balancing, traction, irregular wear patterns, excessive weight, and noise levels are nearly nonexistent. Diamond Back Classics understands that valuable assets ride on their products, and they are committed to delivering superior quality that customers can rely on. The company offers a range of choices, better quality, and lower prices, making them the best choice for customers who want to invest in top-notch tires.
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Yes- even the ones that look like Bias Ply! Diamond Back Classics sells only Radials with the best in modern engineering. Radials offer superior ride quality, and longevity, as well as a diverse selection of sizes and styles to fit your needs.
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If you don't see the tire you're looking for at Canada Whitewall & Vintage, don't worry! Diamond Back Classic Radials, one of their leading suppliers, can custom-build tires using most modern radial tires. They build every tire to order, so if you're looking for a specific tire with a white wall, redline or goldline, they can tailor their services to fit your needs. Just give them a try and they'll work with you to get the tire you want.
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Not necessarily. Most applications do not require the use of tubes. If unsure, ask us at Canada Whitewall & Vintage and we will let you know..
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No. Every tire they sell is a brand-new radial. Most reputable tire shops should have no issues mounting and balancing your new tires.
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Standard lead time is about 4-6 weeks from the day you order to the day you receive your tires.
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When you get your hands on Diamond Back Classics, you’ll quickly notice how easy they are to keep clean. Unlike other whitewalls that can become dull or yellow over time, our tires are built with a butyl lining that prevents chemicals from seeping into the white material. This means that you only need to wipe away surface dirt when cleaning them. We recommend using an abrasive cleaning pad or a fine/medium sanding sponge for the best results, which can be found at your local hardware store.
You can use any good cleaner to keep your Diamond Back Classics shining bright, including Castro!, Super Clean, 409, Simple Green, and Greased Lightning, just to name a few. However, it's best to avoid cleaners with bleach, as they can dry out the whitewall surface with prolonged use. Also, steer clear of using products like Armor All on your whitewalls, as they may cause a slight discoloration.
Keep in mind that whitewall surfaces can dry out over time due to factors like heat and ozone exposure. To maintain the tire's beauty, we recommend giving them a good scrub periodically to get rid of the dry surface. Don't be afraid to put in some elbow grease!
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5/8″ wide raised ring on the out edge of the whitewall. It adds a touch of elegance and gives radials a bias-ply look. It is available on most Diamond Back Classic Radials catalogue items.
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Modern tires designed with p-metric radials are built to handle higher air pressure which reduces rolling resistance, helps prevent heat buildup, and enhances steering response. Maintaining proper air pressure can also protect your car's whitewalls from damage. However, specific air pressure recommendations cannot be made for every application. Typically, a cold tire setting of 35 psi is a good starting point for most applications. It's important to note that air pressure can fluctuate with temperature changes, so frequent pressure checks are recommended, especially before long trips.
For street-rodders who often use smaller front tires or for resto-rodders who prefer a certain look with thinner tires, we suggest using higher air pressures. Diamond Back provides a wide range of smaller radials specifically designed to handle higher air pressures, such as "H" or "T" speed-rated tires. Remember, your front tires are doing most of the work, so choosing tires designed for higher pressure, such as those with 40-45 psi ratings, should be considered.
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The blue protectant that we use on our tires is water soluble. In order to remove it, simply soak the tire with water and let it sit for a few minutes. All the blue should dissolve. If some blue is left, use a wet sponge and scrub. No cleaning solution is needed and in fact, it could create more difficulties. Do not use soap.
How Specialty Tire Companies Bring Classic Tires to Life
When buying specialty tires for classic cars, one might assume that the big brand name on the sidewall indicates that the tire was made by that company. However, according to industry experts, it's unlikely that big-name manufacturers still produce whitewall, redline, or other similar specialty sidewall tires. Instead, they often sell their outdated moulds to smaller factories, many of which are located in foreign countries. These moulds are then used to produce tires with the big brand name still on them, but they're not made by the original manufacturer. While this practice is legal, it's important to note that radial tires require precise manufacturing and updated moulds to ensure their quality. Therefore, it's best to inquire about the origin of the tire rather than assuming that the name on the sidewall indicates the manufacturer.
Important Information
Do not lean or stack whitewalls
Whitewall tires are vulnerable to unsightly staining. The main culprits of whitewall damage are leaning and stacking. When you purchase new tires, they come equipped with several chemicals, including a small amount of mould release from the manufacturer. These chemicals can cause irreversible staining on your whitewalls. Once stained, the yellowing cannot be removed with cleaning. Therefore, it is important to handle and store whitewall tires with extra care to avoid any unwanted damage.
Measuring
When measuring the width of a whitewall, the tire should be inflated since the width can vary up to 1/16 of an inch due to several factors. Additionally, the rim flange coverage may also slightly affect the whitewall width since not all wheel flanges are identical.
How to solve balance problems
Our products rarely have balancing issues, but in case they do, here are some useful pointers:
Rim tolerance should always be checked. Even if you have purchased new rims, it does not guarantee their perfection. Rims have two components - the hoop and the center - and if these two parts are not welded together flawlessly, it may appear that the tire is not round or crooked.
Be cautious of the center hole in the rim. The center hole is non-functional and can be slightly off-center, particularly with new rims. The bolt holes, not the center hole, center the rim. Most modern tire shops use mounting hardware to center the tire/wheel assembly onto the balancer using bolt holes, a technique known as lug-centric balancing. Always utilize this method!
Minor issues can be fixed by removing the tire from the wheel, rotating the tire 180 degrees on the wheel, and lubricating the tire beads to ensure proper seating and re-balancing. This procedure can be incredibly helpful.
Always utilize qualified shops with well-calibrated equipment!